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Ep. 28 - When Childhood Mistakes Become Adult Punishments: The Case Against § 12.42(f)
15 minutes Posted Oct 15, 2025 at 12:00 pm.
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Should a juvenile adjudication follow someone into adultcourt? In this episode, we break down § 12.42(f) of the Texas Penal Code—a little-known law with big consequences. Learn how this statute allows juvenile records to enhance adult sentences, why it clashes with the core values of juvenile justice, and what defense lawyers can do to push for change.

Join us as we discuss with Warren Wolf